Rare M. E. Johnson’s 1886 Patented Clapboard Gauge
Fine Condition • Scarce Early Siding Tool • Clean, Well‑Preserved Example
A rare M. E. Johnson Patented Clapboard Gauge, produced under the 1886 U.S. Patent, and one of the harder‑to‑find specialty siding tools from the late 19th century. Johnson’s design is distinctive, mechanically clever, and far less common than the later Stanley or regional maker gauges that followed.
This example is in fine condition, clean and well‑preserved with strong early surfaces and crisp edges. The adjustment works smoothly, the form is correct, and the tool retains the classic proportions associated with Johnson’s patented pattern. These gauges seldom appear on the market, and finding one in this level of condition is a real treat for collectors of early siding tools and patented gauges.
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SKU: T16843Categories: Measuring & Gauges, Planes, Shop All, Stanley Tools
